January weather forecast
Emmitsburg, MD

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Weather in January

Emmitsburg weather kicks off the year with cold winter days and a relative humidity of 76%. Long, frigid nights mark January with the lowest temperature sinking to a chilly 22.6°F (-5.2°C). January carries the blanket of frost into the New Year as it shares similar characteristics with February. Although sunlight is scarce amid the short days, the month generally sees a solid 4.6 hours of sunshine. Fresh snowfall transforms Emmitsburg into a winter wonderland with 1.06" (27mm) of snow typically dusting the town.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and an average low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

In Emmitsburg, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Emmitsburg, Maryland, during January, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Emmitsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.3 days and collects up to 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Emmitsburg, the average sunshine in January is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Emmitsburg?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 35.4°F (1.9°C) and as low as 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

How cold is January?

Emmitsburg in January has an average high-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Emmitsburg, in January, during 5.4 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Emmitsburg, in January, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Emmitsburg is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Emmitsburg.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average temperature in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average pressure in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average wind speed in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average humidity in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average rainfall in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average snowfall in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average UV index in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Emmitsburg, MD

Average visibility in January - Emmitsburg, MD
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, August, September and October (5mi).

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